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The uniform that hid a man from his killers
A Belgian nationalist is arrested by his own army and executed without trial. His uniform and identity are not enough to save him from a firing squad.
The uniform that hid a man from his killers
This episode explores the life of Joris Van Severen, a Belgian nationalist who was executed by his own army in 1940. It delves into the complexities of his identity and beliefs, and the circumstances that led to his death.
Person: Joris Van Severen
Date: May 20, 1940
Location: Abbeville, France
Event: Execution of 21 men
Country: Belgium
- Joris Van Severen, born Georges Edmond Eduard Van Severen, was…
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